First COVID-19 vaccine tested in US produced antibodies in all patients during trial
The experimental vaccine, developed by Fauci’s colleagues at the National Institutes of Health and Moderna Inc., will start its most important step around July 27: A 30,000-person study to prove if the shots really are strong enough to protect against the coronavirus.
The experimental vaccine, developed by Fauci’s colleagues at the National Institutes of Health and Moderna Inc., will start its most important step around July 27: A 30,000-person study to prove if the shots really are strong enough to protect against the coronavirus.
Officials in multiple states warn hospitals, ICUs could soon reach capacity amid coronavirus surge
Several states are reporting recent spikes in hospitalizations, which is leaving many doctors concerned about the ability to treat enough patients.
Several states are reporting recent spikes in hospitalizations, which is leaving many doctors concerned about the ability to treat enough patients.
Indiana beach to be shut down due to coronavirus fears
A beach along Lake Michigan in northwestern Indiana will be shut down as part of efforts to stem the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
A beach along Lake Michigan in northwestern Indiana will be shut down as part of efforts to stem the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
New coronavirus map shows more than half of all states are 'trending poorly' or have 'uncontrolled spread'
A new map highlighting the spread of the coronavirus shows more than half of all states "trending poorly" or facing an "uncontrolled spread" as COVID-19 continues to make a resurgence in the United States.
A new map highlighting the spread of the coronavirus shows more than half of all states "trending poorly" or facing an "uncontrolled spread" as COVID-19 continues to make a resurgence in the United States.
More than half of COVID-19 patients scanned in study show heart abnormalities, researchers say
The researchers said they were surprised to see so many COVID-19 patients with damage to their heart, and so many patients with severe dysfunction.
The researchers said they were surprised to see so many COVID-19 patients with damage to their heart, and so many patients with severe dysfunction.
Oklahoma, Iowa travelers must quarantine upon arrival to Chicago to avoid possible fines
People from 17 states who travel to Chicago will now have to quarantine for two weeks upon arrival starting Friday.
People from 17 states who travel to Chicago will now have to quarantine for two weeks upon arrival starting Friday.
CDC says face coverings likely stopped spread of COVID-19 by 2 infected hair stylists to 139 clients
The initial exposure occurred in May in Springfield, Missouri.
The initial exposure occurred in May in Springfield, Missouri.
More than 700 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Illinois
More than 700 cases of COVID-19 and an additional 25 deaths were reported to Illinois health officials in the last day.
More than 700 cases of COVID-19 and an additional 25 deaths were reported to Illinois health officials in the last day.
Trump administration rescinds rule barring foreign students from online-only classes
Facing eight federal lawsuits and opposition from hundreds of universities, the Trump administration on Tuesday rescinded a rule that would have required international students to transfer or leave the country if their schools held classes entirely online because of the pandemic.
Facing eight federal lawsuits and opposition from hundreds of universities, the Trump administration on Tuesday rescinded a rule that would have required international students to transfer or leave the country if their schools held classes entirely online because of the pandemic.
In another blow to ‘herd immunity,’ study shows decline of COVID-19 antibodies after a few weeks
A study published on July 11 by researchers at King’s College London found that antibodies detected in the human body which fight the coronavirus declined after just a few weeks, leaving the possibility of herd immunity out of the question.
A study published on July 11 by researchers at King’s College London found that antibodies detected in the human body which fight the coronavirus declined after just a few weeks, leaving the possibility of herd immunity out of the question.
White House campaign to help jobless 'find something new'
A new White House-backed ad campaign aims to encourage people who are unemployed or unhappy in their jobs or careers to “find something new.”
A new White House-backed ad campaign aims to encourage people who are unemployed or unhappy in their jobs or careers to “find something new.”
French bus driver dies after brutal attack by passengers who refused to wear face masks
The widow of Philippe Monguillot said the assault "destroyed" her and their three daughters.
The widow of Philippe Monguillot said the assault "destroyed" her and their three daughters.
Top Chicago religious leader tests positive for COVID-19
One of Chicago's top religious leaders says he has tested positive for coronavirus.
One of Chicago's top religious leaders says he has tested positive for coronavirus.
Additional $600 a week in jobless benefits about to expire
The additional $600 a week in jobless benefits that became available to those collecting unemployment amid the coronavirus pandemic is slated to expire at the end of the month.
The additional $600 a week in jobless benefits that became available to those collecting unemployment amid the coronavirus pandemic is slated to expire at the end of the month.
Mental and physical health intertwined closer than ever during pandemic
Carolyn Harrington, founder of Maty's Health Products, talks about the complex relationship between your physical and mental health.
Carolyn Harrington, founder of Maty's Health Products, talks about the complex relationship between your physical and mental health.
Faster COVID-19 test results can play crucial role in saving lives
Dr. Sadiya Khan from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine talks about the latest medical developments regarding COVID-19.
Dr. Sadiya Khan from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine talks about the latest medical developments regarding COVID-19.
Stressing the importance of wearing a mask to kids
Pediatric psychologist Dr. Gabrielle A. Roberts elaborates on the importance of making your children wear a mask during the pandemic.
Pediatric psychologist Dr. Gabrielle A. Roberts elaborates on the importance of making your children wear a mask during the pandemic.
165 more COVID-19 deaths reported in Cook County: medical examiner
The Cook County medical examiner’s office announced 165 more coronavirus deaths since June 29, bringing the total to 4,750.
The Cook County medical examiner’s office announced 165 more coronavirus deaths since June 29, bringing the total to 4,750.
CPS athletes return to practice field for first time since coronavirus pandemic began
Chicago Public Schools' athletes were allowed to practice for the first time Monday since the coronavirus pandemic began.
Chicago Public Schools' athletes were allowed to practice for the first time Monday since the coronavirus pandemic began.
Chicago bar shut down, fined for breaking coronavirus rules
Mayor Lori Lightfoot is not messing around, hitting a Chicago bar with a hefty fine and forcing it to close early for breaking coronavirus reopening rules.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot is not messing around, hitting a Chicago bar with a hefty fine and forcing it to close early for breaking coronavirus reopening rules.